Woman Wednesday: Kelsey


Q and A with Kelsey from Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

“You don’t have to know how to start creating your dream life—start anyway. Be an inspired idiot.”


Q: What are you passionate about?



Q: What is something valuable you’d like others to know?


Q: What does feminism mean to you? 

  • Lifting more than double my body weight
  • Hearing that my newsletter or coaching call helped someone take the leap to leave their job
  • Having a 60% sales close rate
  • Achieving awards, scholarships, and career opportunities

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Woman Wednesday: Sariah


Q and A with Sariah from Bunbury, Australia

“My story is a bit scattered, but one important lesson I want people to take away from it is to not be discouraged by others’ judgments or let them hinder you from pursuing your dreams in life.”


Q: What are you passionate about?



Q: What is something valuable you’d like others to know?

A: My story is a bit scattered, but one important lesson I want people to take away from it is to not be discouraged by others’ judgments or let them hinder you from pursuing your dreams in life. I had many people doubting me, saying that what I was doing was a waste of time and money and that I would never achieve anything. However, I proved them wrong. I didn’t really care about their opinions; I did what I needed to do to create a better future for my family. You are never too young or too old to start something new. Believe in yourself, and everything else will fall into place. Remember, you are the only one who can change your own story.


Q: What does feminism mean to you? 

A: Feminism encompasses the quest for equality and justice, aiming to provide equal opportunities for all individuals to flourish. It confronts the hierarchies that confine us due to gender and advocates for the rights and acknowledgment of marginalized groups. To me, feminism also embraces personal autonomy and the appreciation of diverse life choices. It is a call to actively dismantle obstacles and foster inclusivity in all aspects of existence.

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Woman Wednesday: Sherry


Q and A with Sherry originally from North Bay, Ontario, living in Epsom, Surrey

“Grit, determination, willingness to learn, perseverance, having a positive attitude, being someone nice to work with, and consistent action are what will set you apart from the masses.”


Q: What are you passionate about?

A: From a young age, I’ve been driven by a passion for people and travel. I started working at the age of 15, cleaning cottages, which sparked my desire for customer-facing roles. I was outgoing and a good communicator, and at the age of 16, I walked into a convenience store one day, asked for the manager, extended my hand, and introduced myself. I think he was so caught off guard, and he gave me the job right then and there after a 20-minute conversation. This journey led me from working in a convenience store in my hometown of North Bay, Ontario, to administrative positions, and eventually to the bustling HR scene in London, U.K. My experience ranges from recruitment in financial services to managing HR for start-ups, where I thrived in creating dynamic, efficient work environments.



Q: What is something valuable you’d like others to know?

A: Surround yourself with experienced, positive, and motivated people who can help guide you and keep being curious, asking questions, and absorbing all the information you can. Growing and learning isn’t just about going to the most elite university. Skills can be taught on the job, but a good attitude and willingness to learn are deep within you. Grit, determination, willingness to learn, perseverance, having a positive attitude, being someone nice to work with, and consistent action are what will set you apart from the masses. Don’t underestimate yourself or let others do that either. Just because you have taken a different path to the masses, doesn’t make you any less valuable.


Q: What does feminism mean to you? 

A: Feminism is the pursuit of equality and justice, ensuring everyone has equal opportunities to thrive. It challenges the structures that limit us based on gender and advocates for the rights and recognition of all marginalized groups. For me, feminism is also about personal autonomy and respecting diverse life choices–it’s a call to actively dismantle barriers and promote inclusiveness in every facet of life.

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Woman Wednesday: Shannon C.


Q and A with Shannon C. from Cupertino, California, United States

“Many don’t realize you can appear to be a confident and capable high-achiever with low self-esteem at the same time.”


Q: What are you passionate about?

A: Wellness! Specifically “alchemy,” but not in the conventional sense. I help people become the best versions of themselves. I’m all about natural, holistic methods that are equal parts science and spirituality. My brain works on both sides—I’m often described as hyper-logical, scientific, and analytical, while also intuitive and creative at the same time. I’m happy to say that all my solutions bridge these two together!  




Q: What is something valuable you’d like others to know?

A: It’s a common assumption these days to feel burnt out and say you need to take a vacation. Or go to the spa, or go shopping, or treat yourself, or to do something relaxing. While traveling and these other things do help with self-discovery, they don’t help with healing, reprogramming the subconscious, or unlocking potential! Not to mention, there’s a whole world of self-development and spirituality accessible to us. Things like manifesting can be fun and life-changing!


Q: What does feminism mean to you? 

A: For me, feminism encompasses both emotional and tangible dimensions. Emotionally, it signifies the liberation to pursue individual happiness, countering historical norms that confined women to predetermined roles dictated by a patriarchal society. There was a time when “gender” was synonymous with “biological sex at birth,” and where “women” was synonymous with “biological female.” Under conventional definitions, we were expected to look, behave, and function in a way that primarily served others, almost like written prescriptions. As victims of oppression, we weren’t free to be individuals; we were taught to be good wives, mothers, and sisters. Feminism represents the opposite of that. While it’s an ongoing movement, it means conventional definitions of women are becoming obsolete, and the pressure for us to meet society’s expectations will continue to fade away.

Woman Wednesday: Cindy


Q and A with Cindy from Murphy, North Carolina

“…we can choose to approach challenges with an open mind and a sense of curiosity, knowing that every experience is a chance to become stronger and more compassionate.”


Q: What are you passionate about?

A: I’m a wife, momma, and granny for my beautiful grandchildren ages 27 months to 20 years old. I enjoy my tea hot or cold, and my wine clean! I’m a caregiver, a good friend, and an aromatherapy enthusiast! I have more than 30 years of combined experience as an exceptional needs specialist, a teacher mentor, and a personal and professional development consultant. I’ve provided in-person services and resources to educators, parents, and related service providers in a myriad of settings.

In 2018, I began to transition to online coaching and consulting to accommodate some shifts in my personal responsibilities and to support other compassionate, overworked women who are deeply disillusioned and tempted to throw in the towel, personally or professionally. Through guidance and structured social-emotional learning frameworks, I help educators and service providers address daily stressors with an approach that is manageable and sustainable. My mission is to reduce the massive exhaustion epidemic that is crippling our communities by providing realistic ways to prevent and recover from personal and career-related burnout.



Q: What is something valuable you’d like others to know?

A: I’ve discovered the power of reframing our responsibilities, seeing them not as burdens but as opportunities for growth and learning. It’s about facing adversity with courage and resilience, without losing hope or becoming cynical. Instead, we can choose to approach challenges with an open mind and a sense of curiosity, knowing that every experience is a chance to become stronger and more compassionate.


Q: What does feminism mean to you? 

A: I’ll admit, I haven’t given much thought to what feminism is. It hasn’t been a top priority for me. But I’ve come to understand that feminism isn’t about superiority or exclusion. It’s about creating a society where everyone’s voice is heard and respected. It’s about recognizing that each of us brings valuable perspectives and strengths to the table and working towards a more inclusive and just world.

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